Unbelievable Cricket Moment In England: Riley Meredith's Yorker Splits Stump
In a stunning moment during Tuesday night's Vitality Blast T20 match in England, Australian pacer Riley Meredith left spectators awestruck with a feat rarely seen in cricket. Playing for Somerset, the fast bowler tore a stump in half with a thunderous yorker, showcasing raw pace and precision.
Meredith, who also plays in the IPL, accomplished this feat during Essex's innings. He clean bowled opener Michael Pepper with a fast ball, but this was no ordinary delivery.
As the ball struck the stump, it split the wood lengthwise, creating a sight rarely seen before. In cricket, stumps often break or get uprooted, but witnessing a stump being cut in half by a ball is extraordinary. This unique stump has been preserved and will soon become a museum exhibit.
Despite this astonishing event, Meredith's overall performance in the match was relatively standard. He bowled 2 overs, taking 2 wickets for 22 runs. He first dismissed Michael Pepper for 13 runs and later sent Charlie Allinson to the pavilion.
Meredith, who has played for Punjab and Mumbai in the IPL, participated in 18 matches and secured 19 wickets with an average of 9.46. However, he was not picked by any team in the 2025 mega auction.
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